Lisbon's tallest building
From the Oceanarium, a cable car takes visitors to the futuristic Vasco da Gama
Tower. It is named after one of Portugal's greatest explorers and was opened in 1998, on the 500th anniversary of his voyage to India.
Its shape evokes a nautical sail, and standing at 145m/575ft high, it is Lisbon's tallest building.
At the top is a viewing platform (inspired by a topsail basket, reached by three spectacular panoramic glass
elevators) that provides a grand view over Lisbon, the river, and Vasco da Gama
Bridge.
At the moment it is not possible to go up, as the tower is undergoing work to build a Dubai-like luxury hotel into it.
Opposite the tower is Sony Plaza, an outdoor arena that often
hosts concerts, with a giant screen showing music videos or sports events.
Oceanarium - An odyssey of sea creatures in a state-of-the-art building.
Oriente
Station - A stunning modern station.
Portugal
Pavillion - A gravity-defying structure.
Atlantic
Pavillion - A UFO-like arena.
Interactive
Science Museum - Scientific exhibits with cutting-edge technology.
Vasco
da Gama Bridge - One of the world's longest bridges.
